Short Form Editor - Facebook & YouTube

SHORT FORM EDITOR - FACEBOOK & YOUTUBE

COMPANY : FLIGHTSTORY

REPORTING TO : DIRECTOR OF MEDIA GROWTH

ABOUT FLIGHTSTORY

FlightStory is a media and investment company, and our mission is to elevate the stories, build the communities and invest in visionary entrepreneurs contributing to a happier, healthier humanity

YOUR MISSION

To drive the growth and performance of FlightStory’s social channels by crafting, editing and optimising short-form video content that captivates audiences and fuels platform-native virality.

Sitting at the intersection of editorial creativity and data-driven strategy, this role is responsible for repurposing our short form content for different platforms, as well as turning long-form content into high-performing, revenue generating social clips across Facebook, YouTube Shorts and Snapchat.

OUTCOMES

• Within 6–12 months, you will have grown FlightStory’s short-form reach across platforms significantly, consistently delivered high-impact edits that perform above benchmark, and established a repeatable content engine that feeds our social growth and monetisation goals.

• Your edits will become synonymous with FlightStory’s distinctive storytelling style and set the standard for creator-led new media.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• You’re a hybrid creator–part storyteller, part strategist.

• You know how to craft a clip that grabs attention in the first 3 seconds, and you understand what drives watch time, shares, and saves.

• You can turn around several edits a day.

• You have experience editing content for high-growth channels and can blend fast-paced execution with creative excellence.

• You’re obsessed with social trends, deeply analytical, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving environment

WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Expertise in short-form social video editing and storytelling with a deep understanding of pacing, structure, and emotion.

• Strong grasp of platform algorithms and best practices across TikTok, Instagram, Shorts, Facebook, and Snapchat.

• Ability to analyse performance data and quickly adapt editing strategies to improve results.

LOCATION

Shoreditch, London : We are an in-person-first culture and believe in fostering a vibrant and work environment centred around connection and community.

INTERVIEW PROCESS

Screening Process - Our screening process is designed to assess candidates in a fair way. This gives you an opportunity to share your skill, experience and passion.

Phone Call with the Talent Team - You will share a call with our talent team who will answer any questions you have about the role, our business and any next steps.

1st Interview - This first stage will involve meeting your potential manager and team members.

2nd Stage Interview - Task - Through the task round you get an insight into the day to day responsibilities of the role and we get the opportunity to understand how you work.

Final Stage Interview - The final interview involves meeting a Senior Stakeholder in the business.